Buckeyes claim Leaders Division outright with win; Badgers already in the B1G title game

Career Overview: Adam Griffin spent three seasons with the Buckeyes - 2010, 2011 and 2012 - before a shoulder injury and subsequent surgery ended his career during his fourth season with the team, in the fall of 2013 ... he was a hard worker on and off the playing field and his effort resulted in increased playing time and a leadership role on the team ... he was a key member of multiple special teams as a third-year sophomore in 2012 when he played in all 12 games for the undefeated Buckeyes and recorded 13 tackles ... he made one of the outstanding special teams plays of the season in the third quarter against Penn State, reading a fake punt attempt and batting down a potential first-down pass on fourth-and-nine from the OSU 43 and the Buckeyes leading, 14-10 ... he had a career-high three tackles vs. Penn State, as well ... Adam was one of two Buckeye skill players (CB Doran Grant) to earn the Iron Buckeye Award for the winter 2013 ... the award is given to the student-athlete(s) who best exemplifies unquestionable physical training dedication, determination, discipline, toughness and leadership ... Adam was a reserve on special teams during the 2011 season and played in four games ... saw his first collegiate action that year against Penn State, making one tackle in the game ... majoring in consumer and family financial services.